Installation Guide

COM1302 - P4/4 01/20
CAULKING
For best results, use an Elastomeric Joint Sealant complying with ASTM C920 Grade NS, Class 25 or higher, such as Quad
®
Max or a Latex Joint Sealant complying
with ASTM C834. Caulking/Sealant must be applied in accordance with the caulking/sealant manufacturer’s written instructions. Note: DO NOT caulk nail heads
when using ColorPlus products; refer to the ColorPlus touch-up section.
PAINTING
DO NOT use stain on James Hardie products. James Hardie products must be painted within 180 days. 100% acrylic topcoats are recommended.
Do not paint when wet. For application rates, refer to paint manufacturer’s specifications. Back-rolling is recommended if a paint sprayer is used.
CUT EDGE TREATMENT
Caulk, paint or prime all field cut edges. James Hardie touch-up kits are required to touch-up ColorPlus products.
PNEUMATIC FASTENING
James Hardie products can be hand nailed or fastened with a pneumatic tool. Pneumatic fastening is highly recommended. Set air pressure so that the fastener is
driven snug with the surface of the siding. A flush mount attachment on the pneumatic tool is recommended. This will help control the depth the nail is driven. If
setting the nail depth proves difficult, choose a setting that under drives the nail. (Drive under driven nails snug with a smooth faced hammer; does not apply for
installation to steel framing).
COLORPLUS
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TECHNOLOGY CAULKING, TOUCH-UP & LAMINATE
• Care should be taken when handling and cutting James Hardie ColorPlus products.
• Laminate sheet must be removed immediately after installation of each course. Gently wipe any residue or construction dust left on the product
using a soft cloth.
• Touch up nicks, scrapes and nail heads using the ColorPlus Technology touch-up applicator. Touch-up should be used sparingly. If large areas
require touch-up, replace the damaged area with new HardiePanel siding with ColorPlus Technology.
• Terminate non-factory cut edges into trim where possible, and caulk. Color matched caulks are available from your ColorPlus product dealer.
• Treat all other non-factory cut edges using the ColorPlus Technology edge coaters, available from your ColorPlus product dealer.
Note: Use of touch-up on fasteners on the face of ColorPlus panels should be avoided. Do not caulk joint between ColorPlus panels.
Note: James Hardie does not warrant the usage of third party touch-up or paints used as touch-up on James Hardie ColorPlus products.
Problems with appearance or performance arising from use of third party touch-up paints or paints used as touch-up that are not James Hardie
touch-up, will not be covered under the James Hardie ColorPlus Limited Finish Warranty.
Not all designs will be suitable for every application.
REPAINTING JAMES HARDIE SIDING AND TRIM PRODUCTS WITH COLORPLUS TECHNOLOGY
When repainting ColorPlus products, James Hardie recommends the following regarding surface preparation and topcoat application:
• Ensure the surface is clean, dry, and free of any dust, dirt, or mildew
• Repriming is normally not necessary
• 100% acrylic topcoats are recommended
• DO NOT use stain or oil/alkyd base paints on James Hardie products
• Apply finish coat in accordance with paint manufacturer’s written instructions regarding coverage, application methods, and application temperature
BLOCKED PENETRATIONS
Penetrations such as hose bibs and holes 1 ½” or larger such as dryer vents are recommended to have a block of trim around point of penetration.
Product warranties, safety information and additional installation
information are available at jameshardiepros.com
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WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including respirable crystalline silica, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to P65Warnings.ca.gov.
RECOGNITION: In accordance with ICC-ES Evaluation Report ESR-1844, HardiePanel® vertical siding is recognized as a suitable alternate to that specified in the 2006, 2009, 2012 & 2015 International Residential Code for One-and Two-Fami-
ly Dwellings and the 2006, 2009, 2012 & 2015 International Building Code. HardiePanel vertical siding is also recognized for application in the following: City of Los Angeles Research Report No. 24862, State of Florida Product Approval
FL#13223, Miami-Dade County Florida NOA No. 17-0406.06, U.S. Dept. of HUD Materials Release 1263f, Texas Department of Insurance Product Evaluation EC-23, City of New York MEA 223-93-M, and California DSA PA-019. These
documents should also be consulted for additional information concerning the suitability of this product for specific applications.
DANGER: May cause cancer if dust from product is inhaled. Causes damage to lungs and respiratory system through prolonged or repeated inhalation of dust from product. Refer to the current product Safety Data Sheet before use.
The hazard associated with fiber cement arises from crystalline silica present in the dust generated by activities such as cutting, machining, drilling, routing, sawing, crushing, or otherwise abrading fiber cement, and when cleaning
up, disposing of or moving the dust. When doing any of these activities in a manner that generates dust you must (1) comply with the OSHA standard for silica dust and/or other applicable law, (2) follow James Hardie cutting
instructions to reduce or limit the release of dust; (3) warn others in the area to avoid breathing the dust; (4) when using mechanical saw or high speed cutting tools, work outdoors and use dust collection equipment; and (5) if no
other dust controls are available, wear a dust mask or respirator that meets NIOSH requirements (e.g. N-95 dust mask). During clean-up, use a well maintained vacuum and filter appropriate for capturing fine (respirable) dust or use
wet clean-up methods - never dry sweep.
SILICA WARNING
HardiePanel
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Vertical Siding